Ballon d’Or: I thought I would win it – Yamal

Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal has admitted that he believed he would win the 2025 Ballon d’Or before eventually finishing behind Ousmane Dembélé.The 18-year-old, who enjoyed a stellar campaign with Barcelona and Spain, opened up about his feelings regarding the prestigious individual award during a recent interview.Reflecting on the ceremony, Yamal said: “Honestly, if I’m being sincere, I thought I was going to win it that day because of some things that happe